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10/31/2026

Don't miss your window to apply for a green card! The November 2026 Visa Bulletin is live, detailing the latest priority dates for employment and family-based visas. Check the updated charts to determine if you are eligible to file your adjustment of status this month.

https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-processes-and-procedures/visa-availability-priority-dates/when-to-file-your-adjustment-of-status-application-for-family-sponsored-or-employment-based-130

10/29/2026

Sponsoring your spouse for a U.S. green card? The difference between an IR-1 and a CR-1 visa depends entirely on the length of your marriage at visa issuance. Learn how the federal petition and consular interview process works. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/family-immigration/immigrant-visa-for-spouse.html

10/24/2026

Are you working in the U.S. on an H-1B visa and wondering if your spouse can work too? The H-4 visa rules allow certain spouses to obtain work authorization. Learn about the eligibility requirements and how it can help your family thrive in the U.S. Read more.

The H-4 visa allows spouses and children of temporary workers to live in the United States, and how employment authorization for certain H-4 spouses supports families, employers, and economic growth.

10/22/2026

Are you staying up to date on recent shifts in federal immigration policy? From Temporary Protected Status (TPS) extensions to updated Form I-9 rules and USCIS registration requirements, policy changes impact immigrants across the nation. Learn more.

The landscape of U.S. immigration policy has undergone significant changes in recent months. Get the latest updates in this overview.

10/17/2026

The EB-5 investor visa program connects foreign capital with U.S. economic development to grant green cards. Understanding statutory set-asides, job creation requirements, and USCIS filing deadlines is critical for prospective investors.

The Reform and Integrity Act (RIA) of 2022 did not correct a broken program. It refined one that was already working.​

10/15/2026

Applying for asylum in the U.S.? A strong application relies on detailed corroborating evidence—from personal declarations to country conditions. Understanding what documents build a compelling claim is key.

https://asaptogether.org/en/faqs-asylum-application/?

10/10/2026

Living in the U.S. under refugee status and preparing to transition to permanent residency? Federal law requires refugees to apply for a Green Card after one year of physical presence. Learn what documents, medical forms, and USCIS rules apply to your application.

https://support.iraplegalinfo.org/hc/en-us/articles/47388451367700-I-have-refugee-status-in-the-United-States-How-can-I-apply-for-a-green-card?

10/08/2026

Seeking permanent residency through employment? From EB-1 priority workers to EB-5 investors, understanding federal preference categories is key to navigating the green card process. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/employment-based-immigrant-visas.html

10/03/2026

Planning to travel outside the U.S. as a non-citizen? Depending on your immigration status, leaving without the proper travel document—such as Advance Parole or a Refugee Travel Document—could jeopardize your ability to return.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, learn how to apply for a travel document and decide if it is safe for you to travel abroad.

10/01/2026

Understanding U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services eligibility categories is the first step toward lawful permanent residence. Discover which family or employment pathway fits your situation. https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility-categories